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Black & Decker CM1836 18-Inch 36-Volt Cordless Electric Lawn Mower | 
| Brand: Black & Decker
Category: Lawn & Patio
List Price: $349.99
Buy New: $341.54
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Seller: Amazon.com
Rating:  33 reviews
Sales Rank: 1272
Color: Black & Orange
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 77
Dimensions (in): 0.4 x 0.2 x 0.2
MPN: CM1836
Model: CM1836
UPC: 885911148221
EAN: 0885911148221
ASIN: B002YK4V04
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| Features:
| • | Cordless electric lawn mower with integrated 36V battery for cutting lawns up to 1/3 acre | | • | Produces zero emissions; includes Energy Star rated charger | | • | 1-touch adjustment quickly changes height on all 4 wheels simultaneopusly | | • | 18-inch deck size; weighs 64 pounds | | • | 2-year limited warranty; includes rear bag assembly, mulch plug, safety key, battery charger |
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Product Description
Featuring a highly efficient design, the Black & Decker CM1836 18-Inch 36-Volt Cordless Lawn Mower provides unparalleled power and convenience, making yard care better than ever before. With this high-performance cordless mower, you can create and maintain a manicured lawn without the hassles, expense, and emissions of a gas-powered model.
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Showing reviews 1-5 of 33
 Great product. July 25, 2010
Robert F.
Easy to put together and clean. The charge was more than sufficient. Quiet and has many safety features. Highly recommend this lawn mower.
Black & Decker cordless mower July 13, 2010
Katherine C. Haynes (Wimberley, TX, US)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Very pleased with new cordless electric mower. It is quieter than gas mowers and we no longer have to keep gas in the garage. It performs great and starts with no effort at all. AND there is no cord to run over!
 An awesome choice July 6, 2010
JoanVT
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This mower is everything I hoped it would be. It charges in no time at all and runs for longer than I have the stamina to run down the battery. Aside from being heavy and really a challenge on hilly land this is a great mower. The height adjustment is just one lever, the bagger goes on and off like a breeze, and it will cut anything I ask it to. Haven't used it with the mulching attachment on yet, but I'm loving the bagger. Who needs a gym membership when you can get all this upper body workout while making your lawn look good?
So far, little improvement over the 24v... July 4, 2010
Coach Rick (Austin(way hot!), TX)
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
By way of background, I bought a corded B&D version of this mower in '99 and used it until two years ago(although, as explained below, I used it infrequently for the last two years I owned it.) when I gave it to Sis and BIL. I had a CM1000 for three years(left it behind in Atlanta), bought the CM1200 two years ago upon our arrival in Austin. I also had a Neuton 24v for three years and gave that to the other Sis. The corded B&D model was used for monkey grass and other heavy cutting occasionally during its later years--I really enjoyed the convenience of the cordLESS models even though the corded had a bit more power. Plenty of experience with electric mowers, in other words.
Moving on to THIS B&D CM1836, I have to offer mixed reviews. By no measure, can I determine that this mower has more power than either of my previous 24v models. It is no more capable in 'higher' St. Augustine or when the grass is slightly damp(Austin has finally gotten a good amount of rain this year--first since we moved here for the past two 'drought' years). I usually mow in the early evening when the grass is dry; but, after a week of rainy weather, I tried the new mower in SLIGHTLY damp grass and/or grass that was about an inch longer than I usually experience. This new mower has the same challenges in these conditions when compared to my previous 24v models. The answer is to mow at the highest setting(already doing that) AND cutting a more narrow swath of grass to keep from bogging down the motor. Of course, cutting a narrow path results in a longer mow time and now the run-time of the battery becomes an issue. I have to say this new battery is no better than the 24v battery when new. I always let the battery cool down before recharging after a mowing session and usually have a full day between mowing sessions. I'm afraid this 36v model shows no improvement over the 24v model in overall power, run-time or recharge time.
Why 4 stars,you ask? It is still a great concept AND the 36v model on Amazon is less than I paid for my last two 24v models(with a 10% discount at one of the 'big boxes'). I prefer the old height adjustment system, but this one's pretty easy, also. No second key included with the new model(in case one goes missing) and the charging system is similar in many ways...no better, no worse. The new model is 'designed' to stand on end by propping the mower on the handle when folded...not bad but perhaps dangerous if kiddos are around while the mower is stored. This comes in handy when changing blades, etc. Speaking of blades, DO NOT expect the 'old' B&D 18" blade OR another brand of 18" replacement blade to fit the new 36v model. The new model has a larger arbor and will not accept the older blades...of course, no one has ordered the new blades yet. The 'zon shows them as available but at a bit of a premium price. Doesn't hurt to have an extra blade(sharpened at your leisure) waiting for installation(some folks also 'add' a blade in an 'X' fashion as some mowers have...it can be done to the B&D but it's not 'factory'). ALSO, just as an aftermarket 19" blade didn't fit the CM1200(go ahead and get an 18" unless you use the B&D branded model), a 'replacement' 18" blade is too large for this mower(again, unless you get the hard-to-find B&D model). I guess that's one reason I own a grinder, also. :)
All in all, I believe the 4-star rating is about right; although, I would rate it lower had I paid a premium to get the 36v. It's too bad the 'upgrade' to 36v isn't readily apparent in day to day use. I sold my two-year-old CM1200 for a fair price and put $150 toward this new one in addition. Not bad for a new mower...just not as 'new and improved' as I would have liked.
more than adequate, obtrusive orange color June 26, 2010
T. Bair (Grand Rapids, MI)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Decided to go cordless electric after trying elderly neighbor's little jimmy neuton. That 50 lb., 14" model did a good job but died half way through my yard on a full charge. I looked at 90 lb., 24v. models which are common these days. (and on sale) But I wanted something a little lighter (for the wife) and with adequate power and stamina to complete my Wisteria Lane size yard. Enter this 36v B&D model. At 62 lbs with a 18" cut it is just the ticket. And what amazes me is that at height setting 3, it was able to complete my entire yard front and back on the existing charge out of the box! And with power to spare! "ya gotta be kidding me" says I. Should have ordered from Amazon. Could have saved eighty bucks. But I was in big "M" and they had a small stack of these so I grabbed one there. (still have 30 days to return to store and then order one here) Good mower. happy with purchase. Very easy to push and use. The one touch height adjustment is very nice and easy as well. Plan to update this review in about a year and hopefully after many happy mowings.
I wonder how many potential buyers are put off by the corporate B&D orange color? I know I was at first. Bet they would sell a few more of these if it was offered in a green similar to the Neuton or some of their corded models. Just consider it "safety orange" to remind the little tykes not to get too close while your mowing and you'll feel better about pushing this orange thing around your nice yard. Want to be less obtrusive in your neighborhood? Unscrew the cover and re-paint it to the color of your choice. Which I may well do.
*UPDATE* - 6/28/10 Repainted the shroud olive drab. Now not only does it look more at home in my yard but it also looks very military and stealthy. Stencil on my name in black and I'll be all set. The shroud comes off with 6 T-20 torx screws. You'll find 3 12v 10AH batteries in there. These are common enough, used in lots of things. Available on ebay for sixteen bucks a piece. A lot cheaper than B&D who wants a hundred bucks for the set. enjoy your mower. I know I am.
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